2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Impreza | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |
